'Owl' You Need is Coffee!

Hello fellow coffee drinkers!

Have you tried coffee tailgating yet? There are several drive-through coffee companies cropping up around the country, and instead of the usual coffee atmosphere, you can go find a friend with a pickup truck and have a cup o' Joe!

This past weekend, I was in Valdosta, Georgia, with an adorable couple of friends, and we got to try out the start-up Red Owl Coffee Company. There are three of these specialty coffee locations in Valdosta and one in Tifton. Even though it appears to be only a drive-through, we went up to the window and ordered on foot anyway. Because why not live life the unexpected way? Lol.

My beverage of choice was a 16 oz. Hazelnut Iced Latte with two shots of espresso. It was so refreshing after a day of hiking and swimming, and the espresso had a boldness that is worth appreciating. The hazelnut added a variety of nuttiness without being too sweet, and 'owl-in-owl,' I would give my first experience at Red Owl Coffee Company a 4.0 of 5 stars!

Stay warm; stay awesome!

<3 Lena Beana <3

P.S. Sorry about 'owl' the puns!

The Great Pumpkin

"This is halloween; this is halloween! Halloween! Halloween! Halloween! Halloween!" It's the perfect day to watch a classic like The Nightmare before Christmas, and it's a nice, chilly day for some coffee, too!

In the spirit of fall, I decided to try an iced Pumpkinlicious coffee from the Daily Grind, and I was pleased that I actually enjoyed the beverage. While it is not something I would order every day, the pumpkin flavoring was subtle, and a bit of caramel enhanced the sweetness of the drink as well. The texture was smooth and cool, and what better way is there to end another October?

I do not usually do the 'fall flavored' things, but my first taste turned out well, and I would give the Mega Pumpkinlicious a 3.5 of 5 stars. Try a bit of the Great Pumpkin to keep you moving and motivated throughout the holiday, and have an awesome day!

<3 Lena Beana <3

The Royale Treatment

Hello coffee lovers! It's been a hot minute since I have written any updates, so I figured I would get back in the swing of things with a newer hot coffee from my new study spot in the 'Boro: The Daily Grind. (Pssstt...they also have rotating daily specials of iced coffees starting at $1.93!)

If you have a taste for both hot chocolate and coffee, then this is the place to go! The Mega Mocha Royale is a wonderful coffee invention that consists of fresh espresso and steamed chocolate milk. It is topped with a thick layer of whipped cream, a dash of cocoa powder, and a few chocolate covered espresso beans. The texture can only be described as creamy and delicious, and the espresso comes from a popular Three Tree espresso blend - my personal guess is that it includes some of their Ethiopian blend.

This beverage pairs well with any of their homemade scones or muffins, and don't forget to bring some good company in the form of a friend or good book! All in all, I am delighted to give the Mocha Royale a firm 4.5 of 5 stars.

Happy sipping, and happy fall!

<3 Lena Beana <3

The Morning - Latte Hype

Question: You know what's better than coffee in the morning? 

Answer: Super cheap ($0.85) Three Tree coffee in the morning! 

Three Tree switched their rewards program over to punch cards a couple weeks ago, and I have just got to turn in my first one for $3.00 off my coffee purchase. So, basically, I got a fancy, 12 oz. vanilla latte for less than a buck. There are some perks to being a regular!

The flavor was of the super sweet, creamy variety, and it was definitely enhanced by the coffee mug that allowed me to enjoy the maximum amount of foaminess. If I had to compare it, I would say that it is most similar in flavor to the sweetened espresso beverage I ordered at the Foxy Loxy Cafe in Savannah (see post here), but it was different enough to be unique because of the blended roasts of espresso from Nicaragua and Guatemala. 

Overall, I would say that this was a fine coffee experience, and I understand why people get pumped up with a morning latte (even though I still prefer my coffee black). The Vanilla Latte earned a healthy 3.8 stars in my book, but let's face it, the pretty design rounds it up to a 4.0! Have a wonderful morning, and enjoy the hype!

<3 Lena Beana <3

A Latte New Happenings

Good afternoon, lovely readers!

Time has gotten away from me these last few weeks as I have been preparing for the start of my senior year in college. So many new and incredible adventures have taken place, but I have come back to my favorite roost this week just in time for their 2nd anniversary: Three Tree Coffee Roasters!

The eclipse hype has passed, and while I enjoyed the cool weather yesterday, the heat has returned! To combat this, I decided to try a Frozen Caramel Latte, and it was the absolute bomb. It was more refreshing than a milkshake, and that is some serious praise considering my general enthusiasm for all things ice cream.

It was as creamy as a hot latte, and as smooth and sweet as an iced coffee, but without the annoyance of cubed ice floating around and taking up space. There was enough espresso (of the delicious Peruvian and Ethiopian mix) to have that great pick-me-up to give me a little energy boost for my second week of classes. All in all, I would give the Frozen Caramel Latte an enthusiastic 4.5 out of 5 stars, and a Shout Out goes to the cool new barista, Dory, for making such a fabulous drink!

Y'all have an awesome day, and thanks a latte for reading!

<3 Lena Beana <3

Pouring On the Love

Summer is ending, and I am back in the States searching for the best coffee from the coast of Florida! Panama City Beach has a real gem hidden on the beachfront: The Pour.

I am so excited to be writing this blog again and pumped that I can recommend the Iced Mocha with so much enthusiasm! The environment was chill, inviting, and the coffee flavor was strong. The beans are locally roasted, organic, and paid for above the Fair Trade rate to promote the health and growth of the communities that provide the beans in the Congo and Mexico. The profits from The Pour go to Ark ministries in PCB so the gospel is shared, and Jesus is worshipped at their location!

All of these wonderful qualities added to my enjoyment of a smooth, cool chocolate coffee. The Iced Mocha gets a 4.5 of 5 stars, and I hope I will get the chance to return in the future.

Have a cheery day!

<3 Lena Beana <3

I Hear Las Campanas!

Hello everyone! Thank you for visiting my blog that now includes coffee from around the world. Because I am in Spain for a month, I will be writing my blogs in English and Spanish...and now for the coffee talk!

While I was exploring the historic streets of Seville with my friend Michelle, we stopped to eat at a sweet shop called La Campana which means 'The Bell' in English. We stood at the counter because there were not any chairs to sit in! While we ate our pastries, I thought about how to describe the flavor of the coffee.

I had ordered coffee with milk - a relatively popular drink from my observations. The coffee seemed to have been roasted for a longer time than what I am used to in the States, and this technique gave it a strong and bold taste. The milk used did not have lactose in it, and it was steamed to a creamy perfection before being added to my cup. 

There were not any designs in the foam, but hey, the flavor and authenticity made up for the lack of a momentary heart or flower drawn into the cup. I am happy to say that my first review from another country receives 4.5 out of 5 stars! Happy Independence Day, and have a wonderful day celebrating the life you have been blessed with today!

<3 Lena Beana <3

¡Hola a todos! Bienvenidos a mi blog sobre el café del mundo. Porqué estoy en España por un mes, escribiré mis blogs en español y inglés...¡y ahora la conversación de café!

Mientras mi amiga Michelle y yo callejeábamos en Sevilla, comemos en la Confitería La Campana. ¡Nos quedamos al lado del mostrador porque no tiene ningunas sillas! Mientras comíamos nuestros postres, yo pensé cómo describir el sabor del café.

He ordenado una taza de café con leche - una bebida caliente que es relativamente popular en mis observaciones. El café se tostó durante más tiempo que el café en los Estados Unidos, y el sabor tuvo un buen gusto. La leche sin lactosa era perfectamente cremosa también. 

No hay los diseños en mi café, pero el sabor auténtico era mejor que un diseño por un momento. ¡Estoy feliz que mi revisión del café de un otro país recibió 4.5 de 5 estrellas! ¡Dios te bendiga!

<3 Lena Beana <3